Opatija, one of Croatia’s smaller Mediterranean beachside towns, is simply stunning all year round. Walk the Lungomare pathway along the coastline as you enjoy views over turquoise water that stretches towards tiny islands – especially as the sun is setting. Don’t forget to visit the exotic manicured gardens of Villa Angiolina, a palladium-era historical residence where you will also find the Croatian Museum of Tourism.
To get from Rijeka Airport to Opatija you have two main transport options; a taxi or private transfer, or a combined airport shuttle and public bus journey. A taxi will get to your destination in up to 90 minutes, depending on the traffic conditions and will cost around €70 for up to 4 passengers. If you’re not in a hurry, a cheaper alternative is to take the airport shuttle bus to Rijeka where you can connect to a local public bus for the rest of your journey to Opatija, which all up takes around 65 minutes, excluding transfer and wait times, and costs €13 per person.
Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Rijeka at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.
